Creation
To convert the swampy area into the park the designers had envisioned, several hundred thousand trees were planted, more than 3 million cubic yards of soil was moved, roads and bridges were constructed and a large reservoir was dug out. It took more than 15 years before the 20,000 workers had completed the park. The Lake, Central park, New York City
The Lake
Central Park immediately became a popular place for all New Yorkers, attracting millions of visitors each year.